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Greg Abbott: “In Travis county, the DA failed to bring indictments within…”

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Gov. Greg Abbott Holds Press Briefing With Texas Law Enforcement Officials

Published | Video Starts at 11:36

The state prosecutor will be appointed by the governor, confirmed by the senate, but operate separate from the governor's office as an independent entity. It would be a … In Travis county, the DA failed to bring indictments within 90 days for more than 200 dangerous criminals, including people who have been arrested for murder. … they need assistance in being able to prosecute crimes, things like that. I think when counties across the state learn about this new tool that's going to be available to them, they will call upon us even more. (11:36–11:51)

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Asserts that the Travis County DA failed to indict over 200 dangerous criminals within 90 days.

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